50 Best Gifts for Dad (No Matter What He Says About Not Wanting Anything)

If he gets a thrill from learning something new, this book is the gift for him. It's filled with random facts he'd be happy to share at dinner — think interesting details about everything from movies to animals.

Dad is going to love grilling asparagus, bell peppers, onions and more in these brilliant grilling baskets that act like a DIY rotisserie. This pack includes three different size tubes, two forks and three hooks. Best of all: It's all dishwasher-safe!

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Make Dad laugh out loud with this car-themed shirt that highlights just how "vintage" he really is. It's made of a soft cotton-poly blend and is available in 10 different dad-approved colors as well as big and tall sizes.

These two-tone slippers have a waffle-knit upper to keep his toes sweat-free and a memory foam insole for a comfortable step. They're easy to slide on, machine-washable and come in nine stylish colors.

This car vacuum was named one of the best by the Good Housekeeping Institute because of the included hose that stretches up to four feet, meaning he can really get into all the nooks and crannies.

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By the time Dad’s kids are sleeping soundly through the night, chances are he isn’t. Somehow, as our kids grow up, our bladders get smaller, making middle-of-the-night bathroom breaks far too common. This clever multicolored, motion-sensor night light will ensure he’s on target every time, even when the time reads 2:45 a.m.

Compatible exclusively with Apple devices, this power bank attaches magnetically for easy phone charging, providing 1.3 charges at minimum for your cell. Charge wirelessly or connect a USB-C outlet for a corded supply.

This tool will allow him to do even more fixing and building, thanks to its compact size and lightweight feel. Amazon users praise its battery life and ability to cut, saying it's a good value for the money.

This top-rated personal fan can be worn around his neck while mowing or grilling on a hot summer's day or inside to cool down while watching baseball with the kids. Reviewers call it a "must have for anyone who has to be outside in the heat."

Lock his favorite scotch or whiskey in this pretty metal box and make him solve an escape room-style puzzle to get the code to unlock it! The cage is a fun way to gameify an otherwise classic gift idea. (Note: You'll have to supply the bottle.)

This isn't just any old airplane kit. This model is made of paper and easily connects to his smartphone, so he can fly the plane in real-time like a true pilot. It can master loops, barrel rolls, hammerheads and more.

The coolest gadget for Dad's basement, garage or office shows real-time sports scores, betting odds, stock prices, weather forecasts, trivia or more on a well-lit LED screen. It uses WiFi and can be personalized to his liking through an app.

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There’s no chance Dad remembers what was happening on the day he was born, or many of his subsequent birthdays, but with this customized The New York Times Birthday Book, he’ll have the front page of the newspaper from every single one of his birthdays. He can pore over it for hours of info. You can even add on a magnifying glass for an additional $40, so he can read the tiny print.

Our friends at Esquire recommended this gadget as a top gift for dad because it can sense both internal and external temperatures, helping him cook his cut of choice to perfection.

Grab him a set of these heavy-duty non-stick mats that can withstand 600 degrees of heat. Amazon reviewers say they're thick, durable and easy to clean, especially since food doesn't stick to them.

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One of the harsh realities of fatherhood, and aging in general, is the many aches and pains in muscles and joints Dad previously didn’t know he possessed. This massage seat cushion may just be your sore dad’s favorite gift this year. In addition to vibration, it offers soothing heat, which is something Dad will truly appreciate.

This cool pickleball set has everything Dad needs to volley with a friend or fellow dad. It comes with two paddles and four balls, plus two rolls of grip tape and a bag to carry it all in.

Whether Dad works from home or likes propping up his laptop to watch his favorite shows, he'll get tons of use out of this gift. One Amazon reviewer wrote it's "surprisingly light" but "still feels very sturdy."

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With a large, zippered main compartment, a whopping 28 exterior pockets and loops and 16 interior pockets — all cast in that classic Carhartt brown — this tool bag will make Dad audibly gasp when he opens it.

There’s nothing my wife hates more than my beard hairs littering the bathroom sink. This clever bib with more than 18,000 five-star ratings on Amazon has suction cups that stick to the mirror, catching all my hair instead of making a mess and clogging the drain.

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